Planning a Field Trip
Haystack Rock is a great destination for field trips! The Haystack Rock Awareness Program (HRAP) provides educational field trip programs that integrate observation, investigation, and exploration. The Marine Garden at Haystack Rock is home to many intertidal organisms like sea stars and hermit crabs. The National Wildlife Refuge provides essential nesting habitat for both shorebirds and seabirds. Resources in this section:Please schedule group field trips in advance. All group requests are confirmed in the order received starting February 1.By scheduling, you are helping HRAP give a positive educational experience for as many students as possible while preventing unnecessary damage to this protected area. To better make sure a spot on your preferred field trip date we recommend scheduling trips at least two months in advance. For scheduling tips and more information about our field trip programs please read our Educator’s Guide. |
Watch this short educational DVD for a sneak preview! HRAP Education Coordinator |
Reservation Requests
Field Trip to Haystack Rock
For your convenience, use the form below. Or, please include the following details in your telephone message or email:
- Your first date choice AND alternative dates for when your first choice is full
- The earliest time you could arrive each day
- Your school/group name
- Number of students/participants (if known at this time)
- Student grade level(s)
2015 Educator’s Guides
- Grades K-2 Educator’s Guide
- Grades 3-5 Educator’s Guide
- Grades 6-8 Educator’s Guide
- High School Educator’s Guide
For a head start on trip-planning, visit our calendar to consider possible visit dates. We look forward to helping you plan your Haystack Rock Field Trip!
Preparing for School Field Trips
School Group Training Videos
Introduction to School Field Trip Programs |
Bird Observation Station |
Aquaria Investigation Station |
Intertidal Exploration Station |